Transcript Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services

THE OFFICE OF
MULTICULTURALISM AND
INCLUSION
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
2013-2014
VICE PRESIDENT of MULTICULTURAISM AND
INCLUSION
Sensitivity Training :
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CHARLENE WALKER
OMI will offer Sensitivity Training for all new employees. The training is mandated for new hires to
complete within their 1st year of employment at BCTC. Therefore, please allow time in your schedule for
the training. Training is also available for any senior faculty members who wish for the training as
professional development or brown bag. Please contact Bobbie Jackson at 859-246-6439 to schedule
training:
Wednesday, September 12th from 10:30- 12:00
Thursday, October 24th from 2:00-3:30 (OB 210)
Thursday, December 5th from 2:00-3:30 (OB 210)
CALENDAR CONTINUED
TRANSFER COLLABORATION BETWEEN BCTC, Links Organization and KSU:
Twenty, BCTC approved recipients for BLINKS will have an opportunity to utilize meticulous mentoring, study
strategies, and other resources to help them be successful at BCTC and to graduate with an AA or AS. After
completion of BCTC, the approved recipients have that a 2.8 or above will be awarded full tuition to KSU for
their undergraduate degree. For more info see, Charlene Walker, Vice President Multiculturalism and Inclusion
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To increase the graduation rate of community college students
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To increase the number of community college students who transfer to HBCUs
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To encourage greater collaboration among community colleges and HBCUs
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To increase the enrollment of selected HBCUs
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To increase the graduation rate of students at HBCUs
MULTICULTURALISM AND INCLUSION
EVENTS CONTINUED
Seventh Annual MOSAIIC Conference
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Multicultural Opportunities, Strategies, and Institutional Inclusiveness Conference
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December 5th-6th Lexington, KY , Embassy Suites
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Keynote Speaker: Dr. Samuel Betances
MULTICULTURALISM AND INCLUSION
EVENTS CONTINUED
Super Sunday
February 23, 2014, 11:00 a.m. (all locations)
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St. James AME Church
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Consolidated Baptist Church
124 Walnut Street
1625 Russell Cave Road
Danville, KY 40422
Lexington, KY 40505
First Baptist Church
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First African Baptist Church
37 North Highland Ave.
465 Price Road
Winchester, KY 40391
Lexington, KY 40508
MULTICULTURALISM AND INCLUSION
EVENTS CONTINUED
Super Someday
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February 24, 2014: Fayette County High Schools will be attending BCTC-Newtown Pike Campus
from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
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February 25, 2014: Clark County High Schools will be attending BCTC-Winchester Campus
from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
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February 26, 2014: Boyle County High School will be attending BCTC-Danville Campus
from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
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February 27, 2014: Anderson County High School will be attending BCTC-Lawrenceburg Campus
from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
International Student Coordinator
WENDELL SPARKS
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Wendell Sparks, Int’l Student/Scholar Services Coordinator implements and manages international student
recruitment , retention activities, federal regulations and personal cultural adjustment. Wendell advises
prospective students and scholars on admission and F-1 and J-1 immigration requirements. Also, he serves as
primary school designated official officer for compliance of Sevis documents for the F-1 and J-1 visa; he offer
workshops and activities including Study Aboard ; For more information, you can contact Wendell in OB 103 G
or (859) 246-6437.
Advantages for International Students Studying at a Community College
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Easy, open admission policies
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Wide selection of academic and technical programs
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Supportive learning environment with small classes
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Low cost tuition
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Credits fully transferable to other colleges and universities
Hispanic Outreach Director/ Bluegrass
Outreach
ERIN HOWARD/GABBY BACA: COORDINATOR
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Leads BCTC’s efforts to serve the growing Hispanic community in Lexington and Central
Kentucky. Advise Latino Student Organization, Enlace.
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Develop a rich cultural and family oriented environment in which students feel accepted and
able to succeed.
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Assist students in all process (admissions, advising, etc. during their enrollment at completion
of an associate’s degree, certification, or Pre-baccalaureate study.
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Coordinate cultural and social events that unite all students and all individuals within BCTC
and the community.
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Provide for students a mentoring program composed of community leaders and professionals
as well as faculty, staff, and established students of BCTC.
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Serve as bi-lingual resource for BCTC faculty staff students, and alumni. For more
information, you can contact Erin at 859-246-6436 or OB 103H.
Hispanic Outreach Event Calendar
October
October 12th-LLEC Reunion Meeting
October 15th-K’LEA Grant Applications Due
October 19th-DEEP Conference 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
November
November 1st-Bluegrass LMCF, Eastern Kentucky University, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
November 8th-10th-K’LEA Core Team Meeting 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
November 15th-K’LEA Grants Announced
December
December 13th-K’LEA Partnership Development Institute
Hispanic Outreach Event Calendar
January
January 6th-New K’LEA Grantee Contracts Begin
January 24th-K’LEA Core Team Orientation 10:00 a.m.- 4 p.m.
March
March 8th-LLCEC Spring Reunion
March 29th-LIDERship Conference for College Student Success
May
May 16th-K’LEA Annual Latino Student Success Conference
Ready to Work
COORDINATOR: ELLEN BIDDLE
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The Kentucky Community and Technical College System helps Kentuckians on public assistance succeed in
the workplace through the Ready to Work (RTW) program. A partnership between KCTCS and the Kentucky
Cabinet for Families and Children, RTW offers education and counseling to clients of the Kentucky
Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP). The goal is to assist participants in making the transition to the
workplace required by welfare reform.
Some of the Services Offered Through the RTW Program
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Enrollment assistance. A statewide network of coordinators guides potential RTW students through
admissions and financial aid processes (FAFSA).
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Study options. KTAP clients may enroll in the full range of BCTC academic programs, including business,
computers, health care and technical fields. Short-term certificates as well as diploma and degree
programs are available.
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Continuing services. RTW coordinators also work with students to access transportation and child care so
they can attend classes. The coordinators provide ongoing counseling, including career assessment and
planning. Work-study opportunities. Students can gain workplace experience and build work skills while
earning extra income that does not reduce KTAP benefits.
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Other Opportunities include mentoring, peer support, community referrals, assistance with career
counseling. Through RTW, education is a pathway to self-sufficiency. If you're ready to work, RTW is ready
for you. For more information, you can contact 859-246-6536 or OB 323
Ready to Work
COORDINATOR: ANITA DUBOSE
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The Kentucky Community and Technical College System helps Kentuckians on public assistance succeed in
the workplace through the Ready to Work (RTW) program. A partnership between KCTCS and the Kentucky
Cabinet for Families and Children, RTW offers education and counseling to clients of the Kentucky
Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP). The goal is to assist participants in making the transition to the
workplace required by welfare reform.
Some of the Services Offered Through the RTW Program
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Enrollment assistance. A statewide network of coordinators guides potential RTW students through
admissions and financial aid processes (FAFSA).
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Study options. KTAP clients may enroll in the full range of BCTC academic programs, including business,
computers, health care and technical fields. Short-term certificates as well as diploma and degree
programs are available.
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Continuing services. RTW coordinators also work with students to access transportation and child care so
they can attend classes. The coordinators provide ongoing counseling, including career assessment and
planning. Work-study opportunities. Students can gain workplace experience and build work skills while
earning extra income that does not reduce KTAP benefits.
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Other Opportunities include mentoring, peer support, community referrals, assistance with career
counseling. Through RTW, education is a pathway to self-sufficiency. If you're ready to work, RTW is ready
for you. For more information, you can contact 859-246-6536 or OB 323
READY TO LEARN
COORDINATOR: KIRK FRASER
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The Work and Learn Program recruits an serves Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (K-TAP)
participants who are enrolled in Kentucky Adult Education (KYAE) programs seeking a GED and desiring
to enter college or participants who already have a high school credential but are not college ready. As
the Work and Learn Case Manager I meet with clients at the Adult Education Center or local DCBS office
in their county. I try to be available to meet with my clients in person at least once every two weeks
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Work and Learn provides clients intensive case management to help clients get past the barriers they
have keeping them from getting an education.
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We offer career planning, job readiness services, and the opportunity for work-study placement.
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I work as a liaison for my clients with their DCBS Case Managers, the Adult Education facilities and my
ultimate goal is to help them transition successfully to college.
DIVERSITY OUTREACH
COORDINATOR:
DONNA MURPHY
Donna provides mentoring with high and middle schools students administrating the Black and Brown
Program. Also she is the director of the Intramural Sports Program. In addition, Donna is actively serving
on the Black Student Leadership Caucus Committee with Omar Rasoul and assist with committee
assignments and Recruitment Fairs. The mentoring program offers workshops that concern the plight of
the African Male, and how the community awareness and involvement can help make a change. If you
have any interest in the program, you can contact Donna in OB 103J or (859)246-6529.
The objectives are as follows
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To provide opportunities for individual development through a varied program of vigorous
leisure activities.
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To present opportunities for social contact and the development of lasting friendships.
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To provide leadership and fellowship opportunities through group participation.
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To present opportunities for every individual, regardless of his skill ability, to enjoy the thrill of
voluntary participation.
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To present opportunities for developing positive attitudes toward recreational activity throughout life.
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Sport Activities Intramural Basketball Kentucky Basketball Academy
EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH
DIRECTOR: CAROL ELROD
Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federal TRiO program funded by the U.S. Department
of Education and is based at Bluegrass Community and Technical College at Regency
Campus in Lexington, Kentucky. Our mission is to assist eligible youth (7th- 12th grade) and
adults in preparing for and gaining admittance to postsecondary educational programs.
ETS provides educational guidance to 680 students in Clark, Fayette, and Scott counties.
Our goals center on helping participants with the following:
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Excel in school
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Develop an awareness of potential careers and college majors
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Experience positive cultural activities
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Understand and pursue a postsecondary education
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Understand and become financially literate
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Please give us a call at (859) 246-6574 or toll free at 1 (800) 625-6678 or visit our website at
http://bluegrass.kctcs.edu/talentsearch.
EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH
EVENT CALENDAR
College Spotlight Visit
10/05/2013 8:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.—Eastern Kentucky University
11/09/2013 8:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m.—University of Cumberlands
03/01/2013 8:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m.—Transylvania University
ETS Family Night
10/24/2013 6:00-8:00pm
12/11/20136:00- 8:00pm
1/15/2013 6:00-8:00pm
3/12/2013 6:00-8:00pm
5/14/2013 6:00-8:00pm -Senior Recognition Night
EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH
CONTINUED…
ACT Test Prep Workshops
10/12/2013 - 8:30am-2:30pm - BCTC Leestown Campus
12/07/2013 - 8:30am-2:30pm - BCTC Leestown Campus
2/01/2014 - 8:30am-2:30pm - BCTC Leestown Campus
College Goal Sunday
TBD
H.S. Spring Break Trip
03/31/2014-04/02/2014 - Nashville, TN Trip. High School students only; must meet selection criteria (Including
2.5 GPA)
Middle School Camp
06/16/2014-06/18/2014 – Must meet selection criteria (including 2.5 GPA)
UPWARD BOUND
DIRECTOR: SHARONDA STEELE
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Upward Bound (UB) is a federal TRiO program sponsored by Bluegrass Community and Technical
College and is funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The mission of UB is to motivate and
assist eligible students in preparation for postsecondary educational opportunities. Upward Bound
provides tutorial and guidance services to more than 60 students.
Serving the Counties Below
Boyle County, Clark County
Fayette County, Harrison County
& Jessamine County
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Students for our program are selected from Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Jessamine, and Harrison Counties.
They must meet income standards set by the federal government, be a potential first-generation
college student, show that they have the potential to get college degree, and be in the 9th, 10th,11th,
or 12th grade. The students will also receive tutoring to help with schoolwork, and on Saturday a
month they visit Bluegrass Community and Technical College for a Return Trip. The Return Trips
include workshops, cultural enrichment, and fun activities.
UPWARD BOUND EVENT CALENDAR
September
21st Return Trip
October
Tutoring (Weekly)
School Visits (Monthly)
19th Return Trip.
November
Tutoring (Weekly)
Schools Visits (Monthly)
16th Return Trip.
UPWARD BOUND CONTINUED
December
Tutoring (Weekly)
School Visits (Monthly)
21st Return Trip
January
School Visits (Monthly)
February
Tutoring (Weekly)
Schools Visits (Monthly)
15th Return Trip
UPWARD BOUND CONTINUED
March
Tutoring (Weekly)
School Visits (Monthly)
16th Return Trip
April
Tutoring (Weekly)
Schools Visits (Monthly)
19th Return Trip
May
Tutoring (Weekly)
School Visits (Monthly)
17th Return Trip